Spaghetti with Tuna and Cherry Tomatoes

Spaghetti with Tuna and Cherry Tomatoes

Pescatarian • Dairy-FreeUnder 15 MinsHigh ProteinStovetop • 5 Ingredients or LessLunch • DinnerItalian
Medium
15min
480kcal
2people

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A classic, quick, and flavorful pasta dish. Perfect for an impromptu lunch or dinner in less than 15 minutes.

Spaghetti with Tuna and Cherry Tomatoes is the quintessence of Italian home cooking: a dish born from the need to prepare something extraordinarily tasty in very little time. Often, when we open the pantry and find only a tin, the magic comes to life. This recipe is the ideal solution for a quick dinner, an improvised lunch with friends or colleagues, or simply when you crave a comforting and balanced meal without spending hours at the stove. The secret to this dish's success lies in the harmony and simplicity of the ingredients. Good quality tuna, preferably in fillets and preserved in olive oil or extra virgin olive oil, makes a real difference, giving the sauce a light creaminess and an unmistakable sea flavor. Fresh cherry tomatoes, quickly sautéed in a pan with a drizzle of oil and a golden garlic clove, release their sweet and slightly acidic juices that pair perfectly with the natural savoriness of the fish. The final addition of fresh chopped parsley provides that herbal and refreshing note that balances the entire flavor profile. Preparing these fantastic Spaghetti with Tuna and Cherry Tomatoes is literally child's play. While the water boils and the pasta cooks al dente, the sauce is prepared and thickens in a matter of minutes, making it the ultimate 'dinner-saver' recipe. It's a true symphony of Mediterranean flavors that brings joy and warmth to the table in any season.

Ingredients

  • 200 g Spaghetti
  • 150 g Canned tuna (1 standard can)
  • 200 g Cherry tomatoes (about 15-20 cherry tomatoes)
  • 1 clove Garlic (1 clove)
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 pinch Salt (to taste)
  • 1 pinch Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. 1
    Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add salt and cook the spaghetti following the package instructions.
  2. 2
    Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil and gently brown the whole or lightly crushed garlic clove.
  3. 3
    Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the pan. Cook over high heat for about 5 minutes until they start to soften and release their juices.
  4. 4
    Drain the canned tuna and add it to the tomatoes in the pan. Remove the garlic, add black pepper, and stir well, letting it cook for 2 minutes over low heat to meld flavors.
  5. 5
    Drain the spaghetti while very al dente, reserving half a small cup of the pasta cooking water. Pour the pasta into the pan with the sauce.
  6. 6
    Sauté everything for a minute over medium heat, adding a tablespoon of the cooking water if necessary to create an inviting creamy sauce.
  7. 7
    Turn off the heat, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Chef's Tips

  • For a more intense flavor, add a pinch of red chili flakes or a tablespoon of rinsed capers along with the cherry tomatoes.
  • If using tuna in brine (natural), we recommend adding an extra tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil to the pan.

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